Tag Archives: Day Trip

Marked by high cliffs and deep bays, the Bondi to Coogee Walk in Sydney, Australia is one of the most iconic coastal trails in the region. The natural landscapes found along the Sydney coast trek are captivating. Trail walkers are treated to stunning sea views that stretch to the horizon.… Read the rest

It was the beautiful Springbrook National Park waterfalls that prompted us to abandon the Gold Coast beaches for the day and wander inland to explore. The more we researched, the more we wanted to see. Our time was limited to a single day and we wanted to be sure we included the best things to do at Springbrook on our list.… Read the rest

On my first trip to Australia I only had one must-do activity on my list: Go Snorkeling on a Great Barrier Reef Cruise. I had snorkeled in the Caribbean Sea while visiting St. Maarten, at Captain Cook in Kona, Hawaii and in the lagoons surrounding Moorea Island, French Polynesia – and I wasn’t leaving Australia without taking one of the snorkeling Great Barrier Reef tours.… Read the rest

If you only have one day in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, it’s most likely because you are transiting internationally through the city on a trip to – or from – Asia. That’s exactly what spurred our KL one-day trip on our first visit to the city when we traveled from Thailand to Australia.… Read the rest

Omis, Croatia – a seaside town 25km south of Split – is nestled at the base of the Dinara Mountain where the Cetina River flows into the sea. With an inviting coastline, picturesque walled city and striking mountains, we understand why it has been nicknamed the Omis Riviera.… Read the rest

The historic town of Sibenik, Croatia sits along the Dalmatian Coast under the gaze of the St. Michael Fortress. It’s location – just 11 miles from the town a Skradin (an entry point to Krka Waterfalls), makes it a popular stop while visiting Krka National Park.… Read the rest

There is no doubt that the Adriatic Sea along Croatia’s coastline is a stunning stretch of water. Throughout the day, the crystal clear seawater ranges in color from cobalt blue to turquoise, varying in intensity depending on sunlight and depth. But Croatia’s appealing aqueous beauty isn’t exclusive to the shore.… Read the rest

We are completely enamored by the historic cities along the Adriatic Coast. While they are each unique in their architecture and culture, they are – to a degree – similar in their setting: cobblestone streets, narrow alleyways and wide squares…and not a whole lot of green space.… Read the rest

Hundreds of islands make up the Zadar Archipelago, part of Northern Dalmatia. The Zadar islands range in size, but unlike the southern counterparts, these islands are mostly barren, attracting fewer inhabitants and visitors. The communities that do exist on the islands near Zadar survive on olive production, the fishing industry and very seasonal tourism.… Read the rest

Visiting Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia had long been something we wanted to do. The images of tumbling waterfalls streaming into teal blue pools was burned on our minds and we wanted to see the famous Croatia waterfalls for ourselves.… Read the rest